Pierre is Back!
Tuesday December 4, 2007
Categories: Embracing Grace
In my book Embracing Grace I tell the story of a little "eikon" I had in my office for many, many years. We called him Pierre because he was a French-looking man with a beret. Now for the rest of...
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Scot McKnight is a widely-recognized authority on the New Testament, early Christianity, and the historical Jesus. He is the Karl A. Olsson Professor in Religious Studies at North Park University (Chicago, Illinois). A popular and witty speaker, Dr. McKnight has given interviews on radios across the nation, has appeared on television, and is regularly asked to speak in local churches and educational events. Dr. McKnight obtained his Ph.D. at the University of Nottingham (1986). Click to continue reading Scot McKnight's Bio...
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hey scot,
i kept on wondering how or what this pierre looked like. Finally! I can now rest my imaginations in peace.
As an avid eBayer myself, I've got to say....that's the way to "shop victoriously!" :) Pierre has now been redeemed!
All kidding aside, that's a great illustration. Praise God for his grace and mercy that he has not discarded us but patiently puts us back together. WOW!
Thanks for a fun story with a powerful punchline.
The restorative power of E-Bay in the life of a post-modern consumer. Hooray for Pierre!
From this story, are we to conclude that e-Bay equals Christ? Restorer of shattered eikons with "rebirth?" Actually, e-Bay does bear some resemblance to the kingdom of God: it's a community where everybody is invited to the table. Then again ...
That guy scares me...
Interesting study in story telling and memory.
Apparently he is officially named Pierre, does this require revision or footnote in future tellings?
And - do you really want a figure who "seems to flirt with every woman who goes by"?
His smile is delightful. I can see how he made others smile. It's contagious.
Well, it hadn't dawned on me that eBay had a redemptive role.
RJS ... yes, I had no idea he was named Pierre since his name is not on the bust. We simply lucked out in calling him that. To find he was actually called "Pierre" made us laugh aloud.
Mischief ... not flirting.
Brad #2 I thought the same thing! Shop Victoriously.
Luck - or subconscious recollection from original purchase or packaging? Hmm ... a conundrum.
The flirting quote came from an advertisement for the piece - and I would not venture to question the veracity and insight of such an august authority.
congrats in finding Pierre!!!
Scot,
Tell Lukas I want a 1957 Chevy (not a model either), 2 dr hard-top, V-8. Will he check on ebay for me? :)
Are you going to put him in your office? I should visit him sometime. ;)
Kris likes him so much, Heather, that she's thinking for now he ought to stay in the home!
There are plenty more available on eBay, perhaps a second for the office should be considered?
That is so cool, Scot!
RJS-- Good idea! Or I could wait...and wait...
Yeah, I like that French look and alot that comes with it.
Isn't it true that God works to put us together in the eikon of his Son.
This is just great, Scot. I must say this isn't how I envisioned Pierre when I read about him in the book, though. This chap is much more jolly and robust than I imagined.
He does make you smile just looking at him; doesn't he? :)
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